Events

Conference Dining Options

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There are many different and delicious food options for the GNSI Tampa Summit. Many are located in the event building - the Marshall Student Center - or within a few minutes walk on campus.

There are also many additional options a short drive away. 

In the Marshall Center and close by on campus

813 Eats Located in the Marshall Student Center Food Court, 813 Eats offers guests the convenience of a POD Market combined with a Local Restaurant Row station bringing in local Tampa Bay vendors to the USF community. 813 Eats also offers specialty Grab 'n' Go options including wraps and sandwiches, Bento Sushi, fresh produce and Coca-Cola products. 

Bento Sushi offers a variety of sushi products and hot Asian foods made fresh, on-site daily! Including Poke Bowls, Ramen Bowls and Bento Boxes.

Blenz Bowls Eat Good. Feel Good. All of our bowls and smoothies are vegan and blended from premium quality fruit. Hopefully our bowls and smoothies can bring a smile to your day! Go Bulls!

Chick-fil-A features delicious chicken sandwiches, salads, nuggets, waffles fries, milkshakes and more.

Moe's Southwest Grill is a Mexican restaurant specializing in Southwest fare, including burritos, quesadillas, and rice bowls and salads served in a quirky, fun atmosphere.

On Top of the Palms is sophisticated dining with a gorgeous view of campus. Top of the Palms offers buffet selections, carving station, exhibition cooking, and assorted desserts. Reservations recommended at least one day in advance. Contact 813-974-3573 or catering@admin.usf.edu.

Panera Bread serves delicious soups, customizable salads and sandwiches, along with sweet treats. 

Panda Express features Mandarin and Szechwan wok-cooked entrées and sides for lunch and dinner. Favorites are beef with broccoli, orange chicken and kung pao chicken. Several sides to choose from, and don’t forget a dessert, even if it’s only a fortune cookie.

Papa John's offers quality-focused pizza made with the Papa John's signature fresh dough, fresh-packed tomato sauce, real cheese, and other quality ingredients.

Subway is the fast, fresh, and healthy option, provideing you with choices, including many healthier meal options. 


NEARBY CUISINE (5-10 MINUTE DRIVE)

BurgerFi, 4210 USF Holly Drive, Tampa (on USF Tampa campus). Gourmet burgers, crispy fries & double battered onion rings. Craft beer/wine available. 

Acropolis Greek Taverna, 14947 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa (5-10-minute drive, 3.1 miles north, from USF). Greek food and wine. 

Mr. Dunderbak's Biergarten and Brewery, 14929 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa (5-10-minute drive, 3 miles north, from USF). European-style beer garden plus German & American eats. 

World of Beer, 2815 E. Fowler Ave, Tampa (10-minute drive from USF). Features 500+ global beers, lots of craft drafts & tavern food

Miller’s Ale House, 2108 E Fowler Ave, Tampa (10-minute drive, 2 miles west, from USF). Casual sports-pub chain with basics from bar snacks to steaks & a large selection of tap beers. 

First Watch, 2726 E. Fowler Ave, Tampa (1.1 mile drive from USF). Breakfast, brunch, & lunch options. 

Ichiban Japanese Cuisine & Sushi Bar, 2786 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa (1 mile from USF). Emphasis on sushi, sashimi, and tempura made from scratch.

North 30 Sports Bar & Grill, 11402 N. 30th St. Tampa (1.3 miles from USF). Wings, sandwiches, pizza, beer, and more.  

Longhorn Steakhouse, 110 E Fowler Ave, Tampa (located in University Mall, 1.5 miles from USF). Casual steakhouse chain known for grilled beef & other American dishes in a ranch-style space. 

Portillos, 2102 E Fowler Ave, Tampa (located in Unicersity Mall, 1.5 miles from USF). Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.